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A Powerful 3D\u2011Printed Railway System You Can Actually Build<\/strong> –
for less than 150 Euros!
A Scale BR 64<\/a> is under Construction.

Coming next Winter.<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Introducing a fully operational, 3D printed<\/strong> garden railway system on 64mm gauge<\/strong> \u2014 designed to run outdoors, turn heads indoors, and deliver real pulling power in a maker\u2011friendly build.
And it gets even better, we are currently constructing a BR 64 scale locomotive<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The project will be released on Kickstarter (subject to approval by Kickstarter). All STL files for printing, schematics, documentation, sound files and the source code for the controller’s functions will then be available on Kickstarter. For a notification of the KickStarter project start, please send an e-mail with the subject “StartInfo” to info@openrail64.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3D\u2011Printed = Modular, Repairable, Upgradeable<\/strong>, Customizable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This project is built for creators: about 90% of parts are 3D\u2011printed<\/strong>, which means you can print, replace, and iterate \u2014 instead of being locked into proprietary parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore our innovative 1:22.5 scale railway system with realistic controls, steam effects, and expandable track options, designed for durability and maker customization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Operational Locomotive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Powered by Bosch 18V batteries, our locomotive delivers authentic performance and easy maintenance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Customizable Track System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Expand and configure your garden railway with modular, repair-friendly and customizable train track.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Maker-Friendly Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Designed for easy upgrades, repairs, creative personalization and expansion by enthusiasts this 3d-printed railway Is the optimal basis for a project that is fun to build and fun to use.
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Lok1 – Our first model and test device<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lok1 is the first locomotive of our system. Since it has to be a prototype and test device, it is not a scale replica but a fantasy model that works well and gets all the functions that we develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No Track Power. Just Plug\u2011In and Go<\/strong>.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Power comes from a standard Bosch 18V rechargeable power tool battery<\/strong>, delivering roughly 2 hours runtime<\/strong> on a small pack (2Ah \u2014 and longer if you carry spare batteries in wagons.
The design provides a click in adapter<\/strong> for the Bosch battery, which can be easily replaced with an adapter for batteries from other manufacturers. The only constrain is the size of the battery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Built Like a Machine (Because It Is One)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Under the hood you\u2019ll find a stepper\u2011driven drivetrain with an ESP32 Devkit 1<\/strong>, a DM320T driver, and a double\u2011reduction printed gearbox<\/strong> \u2014 designed for smooth control and serious torque.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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